FDA-Drug2026-06-24Class IIPACKAGING DEFECT
Pearson Quality Topical Anesthetic Gel recalled for incomplete bottle seals
What this means
Pearson Quality Topical Anesthetic Gel (20% benzocaine, mint flavor) may contain bottles with incomplete seals. The defective containers could allow the product to leak or become contaminated. About 900 units are affected nationwide.
- Check your Pearson Quality benzocaine gel bottle for signs of leakage or seal damage.
- If the seal appears incomplete or damaged, do not use the product.
- Contact Pearson Dental Supply or your supplier for a replacement or refund.
- Verify your bottle matches NDC 43305-0009-3 with expiration date 04/01/2029.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Nationwide in the USA
Affected count
900 units
Manufactured in
480 S Democrat Rd, Gibbstown, NJ, United States
Products
Pearson Quality Topical Anesthetic Gel (20% Benzocaine), Mint Flavor, Net Contents: 1 oz (3o g), Manufactured for: Pearson Dental Supply Inc., Sylmar, CA 91342 USA, NDC 43305-0009-3.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0600-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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